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February 28, 2012
Jim Hill, of Camas, is the national marketing director for BatheEZ -- a company that sells tubs designed primarily for the physically impaired, as well as senior citizens and children. The tub display, with walls and lighting, is portable for setting up at fairs and shows. The BatheEZ product has been in the development stage for four years.

BatheEZ tub is designed for individuals who need assistance

A local man sells a product that has been in the development stages for four years. Jim Hill, of Camas, is the national marketing director for BatheEZ, a bath tub insert that fits over an existing tub. "Our never before seen product will greatly help individuals in the elderly/senior health care industry," he said. "It is a safe, easy, economical way for the elderly, seniors and physically impaired to take a quality bath."

February 21, 2012
Dave Watson and his wife Jo Ellen Jarvis demonstrate the "West Coast Swing," while students in a Washougal Community Education & Recreation class observe. The Beginning Ballroom Dance class is held on Monday nights in the commons area of Washougal High School.

Life is a Dance

A Washougal man with some serious dance credentials is sharing his knowledge with local residents. Dave Watson currently teaches "Beginning Ballroom Dance" Monday nights at Washougal High School. The seven-week course, offered through Washougal Community Education & Recreation, is focussing on waltz and West Coast swing dancing. Watson has been teaching dance professionally for 39 years. For the first 15 of those years, he competed professionally in standard, smooth and rhythm styles. Watson, a former owner of three Fred Astaire studios in New Jersey, has been an independent instructor for more than 25 years. In 2004, he opened Ballroom Parkrose -- a studio in Portland.

February 21, 2012

Facility will offer laboratory testing and radiology imaging

The Vancouver Clinic will celebrate the opening of its newest clinic with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, March 5, in Washougal. The public is invited to 291 "C" St. at 7:30 a.m. for the event. Washougal Mayor Sean Guard is scheduled to attend.

February 21, 2012

Disc E. Business closes

A three-year-old company that relocated from Portland to downtown Washougal in 2011 has closed its doors. Disc. E. Business closed Thursday, after a wholesaler purchased most of the inventory. Owner Darcy Hall had planned to close next month.

February 14, 2012

Building Industry Group plans fundraiser

Mardi Gras Casino Night is set for Saturday Las Vegas style gaming will be featured at a Building Industry Group casino night fund raiser. The event will be held Saturday, at the Red Lion Vancouver at the Quay, 100 Columbia St. The doors will open for cocktails and a social at 5:30 p.m., followed by games of blackjack, craps, Sit & Go Texas Hold’em, and roulette from 7 to 10 p.m.

February 14, 2012

County Wedding Expo postponed

The Wedding Expo slated for March 3 and 4 at the Clark County Event Center has been postponed. New dates for the event will be selected and announced in the future.

January 24, 2012
A new entrance greets visitors to Eagle Rehabilitation At Camas. The facility, formerly named Highland Terrace Nursing Center, is undergoing a $5 million remodel and expansion project.

Eagle Rehabilitation opens at former Highland Terrace site

The facility formerly known as Highland Terrace Nursing Center has a new name, a new administrator and 27 new private rooms. The rooms in Eagle Rehabilitation At Camas are in a short-term rehabilitation wing for patients who want to recover from orthopedic surgeries or strokes. The wing features new furniture, fixtures and equipment. There are also new sheets and bedspreads, flat screen TVs, direct dial telephones, locking cabinets and bathrooms with showers. The intention is to provide rooms for individuals as they "transition from hospital to home," according to Paul McVay, who recently succeeded Bill Swanson as the administrator. Swanson now manages Columbia View Care Center, in Cathlamet.

January 17, 2012

Building Industry Group honors Ed Orcutt and Steve Stuart

Several area legislators and city and county officials were recently recognized by the Building Industry Group. State Rep. Ed Orcutt (18th District) was named the "Person of the Year" during the Jan. 5 "Nothing But Networking" event at the Red Lion Vancouver Quay.

January 17, 2012

Bonneville Hot Springs offers senior swim pass Tuesdays

Bonneville Hot Springs Resort and Spa is introducing a new senior citizens swim pass. The pass, available for $5 plus taxes, will allow area seniors to use the pool, sauna and the indoor and outdoor jetted pools Tuesdays, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Participants must bring identification that prove they are 62 or older and live within a 25-mile radius of the resort.